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If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.  This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Leafs Leave Akhtyamov Out to Dry, Face “Must-Lose” Showdown vs. Florida ft. Doug MacLean

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down another rough night for the Toronto Maple Leafs, who dropped a 5-3 decision on Long Island despite a valiant 39-save effort from rookie netminder Artur Akhtyamov in his first NHL start. The guys discuss how the Leafs once again left their goalie out to dry and what it says about the current state of this team. Looking ahead, they tee up a massive (and ironic) showdown against the Florida Panthers on Saturday — with both teams tied in points and sitting sixth-last in the NHL standings, the lottery implications couldn’t be bigger. Plus, former NHL head coach and GM Doug MacLean stops by to share his unfiltered thoughts on this struggling Leafs squad and where things go from here. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/  Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.  👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 12 min

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    Doug MacLean Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by former NHL head coach & GM Doug MacLean for an in-depth, no-nonsense breakdown of the Toronto Maple Leafs’ current situation—both on and off the ice. MacLean dives right in on the state of the franchise, stressing that hiring the right general manager is the most critical decision facing the organization. He pushes back on the overreliance of analytics, calling it a useful tool—but one that still leads to costly mistakes when misused. He also makes a strong case for restructuring the front office, suggesting the Leafs need both a president and a GM, with the president ultimately calling the shots on the hire. The conversation shifts to Toronto’s reluctance to tank, the lingering impact of the Boston draft pick, and the glaring need to overhaul the team’s backend. MacLean poses the big question: how do you properly retool a blue line that’s clearly not good enough? He also weighs in on Craig Berube’s future behind the bench—and why he doesn’t expect him to return. Most notably, MacLean sounds the alarm on the Leafs’ ongoing management search, warning that going with an inexperienced candidate could be a major misstep. In his view, Toronto needs a proven, seasoned executive—even if it means asking other organizations for permission to speak with their top people. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min

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    Stolarz, Carlo & Joshua Hurt, Akhtyamov First NHL Start & Francis Available ft. Mike Johnson

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill break down a brutal night for the Maple Leafs, falling 4-0 to the Washington Capitals in a game overshadowed by injuries to Anthony Stolarz, Brandon Carlo, and Dakota Joshua. Additionally, they also tee up the second half of the back-to-back as the Leafs head to Long Island to take on the Islanders in Pete DeBoer’s debut behind the bench. Artur Akhtyamov will make his NHL debut. Plus, the boys react to the news of Ron Francis stepping down as President of Hockey Operations in Seattle — could he be a fit in Toronto’s ongoing front-office search? And to top it off, former Leaf & TSN hockey analyst Mike Johnson drops by to dish on all the mayhem. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/  Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.  👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 1 min

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    Mike Johnson Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by former Maple Leaf and TSN Hockey analyst Mike Johnson for a wide-ranging conversation on all things Toronto. To start, MJ weighs in on Anthony Stolarz’s latest injury and what it could mean for both his trade value and the Leafs’ short- and long-term outlook. From there, he discusses Artur Akhtyamov getting set to make his first NHL start on Long Island, before diving into the idea of tanking and whether finishing in the bottom five is a viable strategy. The conversation then shifts to Toronto’s front-office search, with MJ offering thoughts on candidates like Sunny Mehta and Ron Francis, while stressing the importance of a dual structure featuring both a president of hockey operations and a GM. MJ also reflects on his own future, admitting he’s thought about a move into management, but reiterating his passion for his current role in media. Looking ahead, he outlines what the Leafs’ top priorities should be this summer and weighs the idea of a rebuild versus a retool — leaning rebuild, with a few important caveats. To wrap, MJ shares his perspective on whether Toronto remains a desirable destination across the hockey world, and highlights one key on-ice adjustment he believes is crucial: improving the team’s ability to advance the puck up the ice. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min

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    Conflict of Interest? Check. Ovi's Final Visit to Toronto? Maybe. ft. Don Granato

    Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta tee up Toronto’s home date with Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, a game that could potentially mark Ovechkin’s final visit to Scotiabank Arena. Pagnotta also provides the latest intel on the Maple Leafs’ ongoing GM search, with names continuing to surface and the process beginning to take shape. Plus, Don Granato stops by ahead of coaching Team USA at the upcoming Men’s World Championship. He discusses the opportunity, potential American Leafs on the radar, and what’s next for him at the NHL level. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/  Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.  👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 18 min

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    Don Granato Interview

    Nick Alberga & David Pagnotta are joined by Don Granato, who’s set to coach Team USA at the upcoming Men’s World Championship. Granato kicks things off by detailing how the opportunity came together and what the experience means to him. From there, he dives into the player selection process and the role scouts play in building out the roster. Naturally, the conversation shifts to the Toronto Maple Leafs, with Granato weighing in on several American players on the team — including goaltenders Joseph Woll and Anthony Stolarz, who are expected to be firmly on Team USA’s radar. He also shares insight into what recruitment looks like at the international level, before offering his perspective on whether Toronto is still viewed as a premier destination across the hockey world. To wrap things up, Granato discusses what would intrigue him about a potential opportunity with the Leafs and reveals the one thing he’d change about the team’s on-ice identity — pushing for a more exciting, up-tempo brand of hockey. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    21 min

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    Sunny Mehta Emerges as Betting Favourite for Leafs GM Job 👀 ft. Bruce Boudreau

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill react to bet365 releasing betting odds for the next Toronto Maple Leafs GM, with Sunny Mehta emerging as the early clubhouse favourite at +225. The boys break down what makes Mehta a serious contender and what his potential hire could mean for the direction of the organization. Additionally, they dive into the latest from Leafs practice as Toronto gears up to host Washington on Wednesday night. Plus, they revisit Nick Kypreos’ reporting on the rumoured trade deadline asking price for Matthew Knies, and debate whether the Leafs made the right call holding onto the promising winger. Also, Bruce Boudreau drops by once again to weigh in on all the madness. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️  / @theleafsnation401   SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365: http://www.bet365.ca/  Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+.  👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Visit www.nationgear.ca for merch and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 18 min

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    Bruce Boudreau Interview

    Nick Alberga & Jay Rosehill are joined by longtime NHL bench boss and noted Leafs fan Bruce Boudreau to break down the chaos surrounding the organization. Boudreau doesn’t hold back—starting with his thoughts on Keith Pelley’s reported micromanaging and just how unusual it must’ve been having him in the room during trade deadline discussions. He also weighs in on Pelley’s recent press conference… and let’s just say, he wasn’t a fan. From there, Boudreau offers up the advice he’d give Pelley if the Leafs president picked up the phone today looking for answers on how to fix things. When it comes to potential leadership candidates, he doesn’t see an obvious choice—but does float George McPhee’s name, noting their history together in Washington, while acknowledging a move from Vegas feels unlikely. The conversation then shifts to Mike Gillis’ candidacy and the likelihood that any new executive would bring in familiar faces. Behind the bench, Boudreau shares why he doesn’t believe Manny Malhotra is the solution, before wrapping with candid thoughts on Craig Berube’s future—and whether he may already be coaching for his next opportunity. 🚨 Subscribe to Leafs Nation on Youtube!🚨 ➡️ / @theleafsnation401 SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/ Gambling can be addictive, please play responsibly. Eligible iGames conducted and managed by iGO are only available to those physically present in the Province of Ontario. 19+. 👍🏼Table Fare + Social: https://www.tablefoodhall.com/ 👍🏼Sunwing: https://www.sunwing.ca/en/ Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min
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If you’re a fan of spicy hot takes & bitter honesty, you’ve come to the right place. Nick Alberga and former Toronto Maple Leaf Jay Rosehill have your daily dose of opinions, analysis, and guests that will leave you wanting more.  This podcast is your one-stop shop for all things Toronto Maple Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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